WWE is gearing up for an exciting WrestleMania weekend in Las Vegas. The company recently announced The Roast of WrestleMania in a video featuring WWE CCO Triple H, commentator Wade Barrett, and The Miz. The event will be hosted by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, who is known for his controversial style. This news was first reported by WrestleVotes a few days earlier.
The roast will take place on April 20 at 10 p.m. PT at the BleauLiveTheater, a high-end venue. However, it will not be televised, as confirmed by a WWE press release. Joining Hinchcliffe will be other comedians, entertainers, and WWE Superstars like Sami Zayn, The Miz, Braun Strowman, and Hall of Famer Paul Heyman. The event promises to be a star-studded affair.
Hinchcliffe, however, has faced criticism for his political views, particularly from Democratic supporters. His controversial remarks at a Donald Trump rally in October 2024, where he made offensive jokes about Puerto Rico and various ethnic groups, still upset many. These comments have overshadowed his comedic career for some.
At the same rally, Hulk Hogan, a pro-Trump supporter and retired wrestler, also made headlines for his political statements. Before that, Hogan had an awkward moment on stage when he struggled to remove his clothing, which went viral on social media. Despite the controversies, Trump won the presidential election a week later. The WWE event, meanwhile, aims to entertain fans during WrestleMania weekend, regardless of the surrounding drama.
WWE Universe reacts to the controversial Tony Hinchcliffe being the one to roast WrestleMania
Fans have already made up their minds about the Roast of WrestleMania, and their reactions on social media are far from positive. Many are upset with the choice of Tony Hinchcliffe as the host. They feel he’s an odd pick to roast such a significant event, and the decision has left a sour taste for most.
Some fans have taken their criticism further, with one accusing WWE of leaning into a “MAGA” vibe. Others pointed out that if Hinchcliffe knew wrestling, he’d easily target figures like Hulk Hogan, The Rock, and CM Punk. Concerns were also raised about his history of controversial jokes, with one user worrying his “racist” punchlines could offend Latinos and Puerto Ricans in WWE.
Zelina Vega, a Puerto Rican WWE star, was brought up by a fan who joked that not having her confront Hinchcliffe would be a missed opportunity. Many are skeptical about how this will play out, with some fearing Hinchcliffe might disrespect wrestling culture. It remains to be seen if WWE will regret this decision or if the event will turn into an awkward spectacle.